Contenders
NBA midway assessments highlight Thunder's dominance
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The 2025-26 NBA season has reached its halfway point, with the Oklahoma City Thunder maintaining their position as the top contenders despite a mid-season stumble. Surprising performances from teams like the Phoenix Suns and Boston Celtics have shaken up the landscape, while the New York Knicks face questions amid recent struggles. Analysts rank the most intriguing squads for the second half, focusing on potential trade deadline moves and playoff implications.
Deadline has revealed the star-studded lineup for its 2025 Contenders Film: Los Angeles event, set for November 15, featuring talent from 13 films across nine studios and streamers. Highlights include panels on upcoming awards contenders like Christy and Sinners, plus specialized discussions on casting and stunts as new Oscar categories. Guillermo del Toro will receive the inaugural Contenders Hall of Fame Award.